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Ormond Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8EA

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Care Type Care Home
Care Category Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite
Availability Yes
Weekly Prices From £1,350.00
Regulator's Rating Good
Meet The Manager

Seung Ping Riggs is Care Home Manager at St Katharine's House.

Seung Ping has been the manager of St Katharine’s Care Home in Wantage since 2018. She aims to develop the team while transmitting Gold Care Home's core values to each individual to build a strong foundation and continually improve the quality of care they provide. Seung Ping won Gold Care's Care Home Manager of the Year Award 2020 and continues to strive forward, leading her team from the front.

Seung has enhanced her leadership capabilities by learning from her staff, residents, and families. The role is highly dynamic, which means every day brings new challenges, allowing the team at St Katharine's to adapt and improve over time.

The home allows Seung Ping to share her clinical knowledge and ensures the members of our community a dignified and enjoyable stay at St Katharine's. 

Seung Ping Riggs

St Katharine’s House Care Home in Wantage, Oxfordshire, offers first-class residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for residents over 65.

Set on five acres of picturesque grounds and conveniently near Wantage Shopping Centre, St Katharine's House benefits from many local attractions. Each resident enjoys unique, personalised care built around them and designed to make their stay with us as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible.

Visit the home, and you’ll find a huge range of facilities on offer, including hairdressing, chiropody, dental/eye care, and a host of social activities to keep our residents busy. Of course, the best way to see the superb care and wonderful facilities we offer is to visit for yourself, meet our care team and see why we believe that St Katharine’s Care Home is uniquely placed to deliver graceful, caring living. St Katharine’s Care

St. Katharine's Care Home offers the full range of services, including:

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative and End of Life Care
  • Respite and Day Care

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Care Options We Can Provide
Support For Companionship, Complex Care, Convalescence, End of Life, High Dependency, Mental Healthcare, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Palliative, Personal care, Reablement, Rehabilitation, Support for Couples.
Disability Support Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound.
Medication By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository.
Nursing Specialisms Aids, Alcohol and Drugs misuse, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Crohns, Crohn's Disease, Depression, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Heart Disease, Korsakoff, Liver Disease, Lung Disease, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy (MD), Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Pain Management, Parkinson's Disease, Posterior Cortical Atrophy, Prader Willi Syndrome, Schizophrenia, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Ulcerative Colitis.
Type Of Dementia Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia, Severe Dementia (EMI).
Dementia Behaviour Agitation / Restlessness, Challenging Behaviour, Disrupted Sleep Patterns, Mild Forgetfulness, Wandering .
Dementia Specialisms Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal, Lewy Body, Mixed Dementias, Picks Disease, Vascular Dementia.
Respite Care Yes

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

Gold Care Homes remains committed to ensuring all of our residents, loved ones, and hardworking members of staff are protected against the COVID-19 pandemic. All Gold Care Homes’ homes completed their second round of vaccinations. Our care homes have now begun the process of offering the booster vaccine to all residents.

The legislation makes vaccination mandatory for anyone who works in a care home, whatever their role. All care home residents will now be required to nominate up to 3 visitors who can enter the care home for regular visits. Visits must still be pre-booked, and visitors must test negative for COVID-19 at the start of the visit.

For more information, please follow the link below.

Covid 19 Information and Advice at Gold Care Homes

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Independent Assessments We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control.
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Infection Screening We are using technology to screen for infections & monitor symptoms.
safe-tick Regulatory Assessment We have been assessed by the care regulator in our approach to infection control.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Safe Visiting Space
safe-tick We have a safe visiting space

We have 2indoor and 2 outdoor safe COVID visiting spaces. For more information please speak with our team. 

Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications

Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant.

Wireless Internet access (WiFi)

Yes, our care home has WiFi in all our resident’s rooms.

Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”)

Yes, our care home has mobile phone signal in all our resident’s rooms.

Telephone for external calling

Yes, our care home provides a telephone in all our resident’s rooms.

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Our Building and Facilities

The wonderful facilities at St. Katharine’s Care Home in Wantage make a world of difference for our residents. Whether it’s chatting in the library, pottering around the extensive gardens, taking part in our pub evenings or enjoying the peace of the lounge, there really is a favourite place for everyone.


    Is Our Home Purpose Built
    No

    How Many Floors We Have
    2

    Who Owns Our Building
    Private

    Communal Rooms
    Activities Room, Bar / Pub, Coffee Shop / Café, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges.

    What Else Do We Provide
    Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Chiropodist, Cinema, Coffee Shop, GP, Hairdressers, Library, Lift, Minibus, Optician, Smoking Area.

    Our Garden
    Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access.

    How 'Smart' Are We?
    Reduce Plastic Use.

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    Description

    We have single and double bedrooms at St Katharine’s House Care Home. They vary in style and facilities, but the majority offer:

    • Modern room furniture
    • Views of our landscaped gardens
    • TV and Telephone points

    About Our Rooms
    Number Of Rooms 84
    Number Of Ensuite Rooms 25

    Type Of Room
    Apartment, Double Room, Kitchenette, Separate Sitting Room, Shared Room, Single Room.

    Room Features
    Direct Garden Access, Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access, Unfurnished.

    Room Facilities
    Alarm, Catch up TV, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Private Patio, Safe, Sky/Cable TV, Telephone Point, Wifi.

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    Weekly Fees Start From Fee
    Residential Fees From / Price Per Week £1,350.00
    Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week £1,500.00
    Residential Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week £1,350.00
    Nursing Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week £1,500.00

    Funding Types
    Local Authority Oxfordshire
    Region South East
    We Accept Self-Funding Clients Yes
    We Accept Local Authority Funding Yes
    We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare Yes
    We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up Yes

    Choice Dining Logo

    Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.

    To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.

    Styles of Food Pink tick icon Gluten-free Pink tick icon Halal Pink tick icon Pureed Pink tick icon Vegan Pink tick icon Vegetarian
    Dining Locations Pink tick icon Bedroom Dining Pink tick icon Restaurant
    Dining Styles Pink tick icon Hot Trolley Pink tick icon Room Service
    Hospitality Pink tick icon Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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    The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.

    Pink tick icon Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.


    Pink tick icon Individual dietary needs are person centred.


    Pink tick icon Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.


    Pink tick icon Our menu is balanced.

    Pink tick icon Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.


    Pink tick icon Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).

    Pink tick icon Hot Trolley


    Pink tick icon Room Service

    A critical component for good health.

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    Pink tick icon 5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards.


    Pink tick icon Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.


    Pink tick icon We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.

    Pink tick icon We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.

    Pink tick icon We have allergen management policies in place.

    A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.

    Pink tick icon A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.


    Pink tick icon Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].


    Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.


    Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.


    Pink tick icon Residents have access to Dining Room.


    Pink tick icon Residents have the option of dining in their own room.


    Pink tick icon Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.


    Pink tick icon Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.

    Pink tick icon Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.

    Pink tick icon More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.


    Pink tick icon Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.


    Pink tick icon There is a weekly menu.


    Pink tick icon We offer catering for special events.

    Pink tick icon The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.

    Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.

    Pink tick icon Gluten-free food can be served.


    Pink tick icon Vegetarian food can be served.


    Pink tick icon We can support people with Diabetes.

    Delivering a respectful and quality service.

    Pink tick icon Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.

    Pink tick icon Tables are well laid.


    Pink tick icon We have food theme days/nights.

    Pink tick icon Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.

    Pink tick icon Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).


    Pink tick icon We promote an inclusive dining experience.

    Pink tick icon There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.

    Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.

    Pink tick icon We correctly dispose of our waste.


    Pink tick icon We have a waste management system.


    Pink tick icon We monitor our food waste.

    Pink tick icon Our energy usage is well maintained.


    Pink tick icon We are actively reducing food mileage.

    Activities Are So Important

    Our Activities Coordinators at St Katharine's House play a fundamental part in delivering our mission of enhancing the lives of our residents by creating a fun and hugely varied programme for everyone to participate in.

    Our range of activities is a great source of fun and laughter, and it really helps each resident live life to the fullest. Part of Gold Care Homes, St. Katharine's House believes independent activity, hobbies, and day-to-day chores boost self-confidence. By taking the time to understand each resident's capabilities, we can build a personalised activity plan.

    We aim to create a programme that encourages as much interaction and enjoyment as possible. As you’d expect, most activities are indoors. However, we make the most of our lovely outdoor patio areas and landscaped gardens when the weather permits. When our residents feel a little adventurous, we also go to popular landmarks, both local and national!

    Learn more about daily life in this highly-rated Wantage care home using this simple online book-a-visit form.


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    Activities At Home
    1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Choir, Cooking, Crafts, Crosswords, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Music Therapy, Painting, Pet Therapy, Quiz Games, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Residents' Committee, Singing, Themed Events, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games.

    Activities Outside Our Home
    Garden Centre, Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Pub, Shopping, Shopping Centre, Theatre.
    Our Pets

    The manager is required to make all necessary decisions as to whether a pet is suitable for the home and whether the home is able to accommodate it.


    Can You Bring Your Pet
    Yes

    How We Help With Your Pet
    Feeding, Sanitation, Walking.

    We Welcome
    Birds, Cats, Dogs, Others (subject to review), Rabbits, Reptiles.

    Our Pet Policy
    No 122 - Pets Within The Home.pdf

    Ormond Road
    Wantage
    Oxfordshire
    OX12 8EA

    Regulator: CQC

    Current Ratings
    Overall Good
    Safe Good
    Well Led Good
    Caring Good
    Responsive Good
    Effective Good
    Inspection Reports
    Last inspected 21st February 2023
    Last rated 29th March 2023
    Current Report

    St Katharine's House Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

    Historic Reports

    St Katharine's House Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

    Registration Date 7th January 2011
    Service Provider GCH (St Katharine's) Limited, UB10 0JH
    Transport
    Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Car Park on-site, Train Station nearby.

    Places of Worship
    Anglican Church, Buddhist Temple, Catholic Church, Methodist Church, Mosque, Synagogue.

    Nearby Services
    Garden Centre, Hospital, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shopping Centre, Shops.

    Frequently asked questions about St Katharine's House

    St Katharine's House was given an overall rating of "Good" by the CQC in March 2023.
    St Katharine's House provides Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care.
    St Katharine's House has 84 rooms.
    Prices for St Katharine's House start from £1,350.00 per week.
    St Katharine's House is owned by Gold Care Homes.
    Yes. St Katharine's House does offer Residential care.
    Yes. St Katharine's House does offer Respite care.
    Yes. St Katharine's House does provide care for people with Dementia.
    St Katharine's House comes under Oxfordshire.
    St Katharine's House accepts Local Authority clients.
    St Katharine's House accepts NHS Continuing Healthcare clients.
    Seung Ping Riggs is the manager of St Katharine's House.

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